The Tale of The Princess Kaguya (2013)
Kernel Score: 89% · 1,940 TMDB ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Animation, Drama, Fantasy
Released: 2013-11-23
Runtime: 137 minutes
Where to watch The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
- Stream: HBO Max
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-11-12.
Overview
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthrals all who encounter her. But, ultimately, she must confront her fate.
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that The Tale of The Princess Kaguya is a PG-rated animated fantasy based on Japanese folklore about a mysterious princess confronting her fate.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Some keywords note cruelty within the fairy-tale narrative, but the PG rating indicates mild content overall.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Aki Asakura as The Princess Kaguya (voice)
- Takeo Chii as Sanuki no Miyatsuko (voice)
- Nobuko Miyamoto as Ōna / Narrator (voice)
- Kengo Kora as Sutemaru (voice)
- Atsuko Takahata as Lady Sagami (voice)
- Tomoko Tabata as Menowarawa (voice)
- Shinosuke Tatekawa as Lord Inbe no Akita (voice)
- Takaya Kamikawa as Prince Ishitsukuri (voice)
- Hikaru Ijūin as Minister of the Right Abe (voice)
- Ryudo Uzaki as Grand Counselor Otomo (voice)
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya FAQ
Is The Tale of The Princess Kaguya good?
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch The Tale of The Princess Kaguya?
In the US you can stream The Tale of The Princess Kaguya on HBO Max and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Tale of The Princess Kaguya OK for kids?
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that The Tale of The Princess Kaguya is a PG-rated animated fantasy based on Japanese folklore about a mysterious princess confronting her fate.
What movies are like The Tale of The Princess Kaguya?
If you liked The Tale of The Princess Kaguya, try Howl's Moving Castle, The Little Mermaid, Barbie Mariposa & the Fairy Princess and Barbie: Princess Charm School.